In modern conditions, the problem of artificial intelligence is interdisciplinary in nature and at the moment the potential for using this technology in various spheres of life has not been studied. The introduction of artificial intelligence methods contributes to the modernization of the education and professional training system, taking into account the paradigm of digitalization and convergence of education, and will bring educational programs to the needs of the digital economy. The article substantiates the significance of the problem of developing the readiness of future teachers to use artificial intelligence technologies. The concepts of digital economy, digital technologies, digital ethics, digital literacy, artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence technologies are considered. The importance of using artificial intelligence methods in education is determined. The range of tasks for solving the problem of developing the readiness of future teachers to use artificial intelligence technologies is outlined.

The article analyzes the state and prospects for the development of digitalization of modern education, and also attempts to assess the changes occurring in the system of upbringing and training of the younger generation under the influence of phenomena accompanying the digital transformation of the educational process. At the same time, the analysis of scientific articles shows the presence of conflicting views on the issues of digitalization itself and the results of its dissemination in the system of education and upbringing of a growing person. In this regard, the editors invite all researchers to take part in the discussion of key issues of informatization and digitalization in pedagogical science.

The article presents the result of the introduction of digital technologies, educational resources and tools into the educational process by the example of teaching technical specialties. Possession of skills and digital competencies will allow students to be competitive in the labor market.